Nestled at 1206 N Mattis Ave in Champaign, IL, Sammy's Pancake House has quickly become a favorite breakfast destination for locals and travelers alike. Offering a delightful variety of breakfast options, from mouthwatering pancakes to hearty skillets, this family-owned eatery emphasizes quality and service. Customers rave about their experiences, frequently highlighting the friendly staff and inviting atmosphere. Micah Mills enthusiastically declared it his favorite breakfast spot, praising both the service and delicious food. Jaclyn Kliest, passing through on a road trip, noted the fantastic French toast and constant coffee refills—essential for any breakfast lover. For those seeking a traditional diner vibe, Sammy's delivers with generous portions at reasonable prices. Anthony Franklin's review underscores the extensive menu and thoughtful touches, such as sides of fresh fruit and complimentary coffee refills. Regulars like Megan McGrath-Hoops enjoy favorites like the Tennessee Skillet while eager to explore new offerings, reflecting the restaurant's commitment to variety. If you're searching for an authentic breakfast experience in Chambana, Sammy's Pancake House promises great food and exceptional service that will have you returning for more. Don't miss out on their renowned French toast or the unique stuffed biscuits and gravy—both are must-tries!
Amenities and More
Accessibility
Has wheelchair-accessible car park
Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
Has wheelchair-accessible seating
Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
Service options
Offers takeaway
Serves dine-in
Highlights
Has fast service
Serves great coffee
Popular for
Popular for breakfast
Good for solo dining
Offerings
Serves coffee
Serves comfort food
Quick bite
Serves vegetarian dishes
Dining options
Serves breakfast
Serves brunch
Serves lunch
Serves dinner
Has seating
Amenities
Has toilet
Atmosphere
Casual
Cosy
Crowd
Family friendly
Good for groups
Popular with tourists
Planning
Accepts reservations
Payments
Accepts credit cards
Accepts debit cards
Accepts NFC mobile payments
Credit cards
Children
Good for kids
High chairs available
Has kids' menu
Parking
Free of charge street parking
Free parking lot
Plenty of parking
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Reviews For Sammy's Pancake House
Micah Mills
May 24,2025
Really enjoyed this place! Went here for the first time and am now convinced it may be my favorite breakfast place in the CU area. Service was excellent, and what I got for food was especially good! Will definitely come back!
Jaclyn Kliest
May 11,2025
Great little breakfast house! We enjoyed great food and phenomenal service. We always had hot coffee being served. The French toast was fresh and hot! And the price was worth the quality of the food! We were passing through in a road trip and will have to stop here again when we are in the area!
Anthony Franklin
May 2,2025
We were looking for a place that had the traditional diner experience. Family owned and good food. Boy, were we in for treat; they checked every box. The Food: a really wide range of dishes. All reasonably priced and nice sized portions. She had oatmeal with brown sugar. They gave her a side of blueberries, which was a nice touch. She also got a cup of coffee that had free refills. I had the vegetarian skillet with Monterey Jack cheese and two scrambled eggs. Our service was stellar and fast and friendly. She was on point for everything the menus, the drinks, and the refreshing the drinks. The atmosphere was very nice as well. It has optional seating - booths or tables. The chairs are on casters, so they can easily cater to ADA requirements. It means they can handle large groups like teams as well. This is a very well ran restaurant.
Megan McGrath-Hoops
Apr 21,2025
I always love going to Sammy's! The staff are always friendly and the food is always good. It's definitely one of my favorites and the best breakfast restaurant in Chambana. My go-to is typically the Tennessee Skillet but today I tried the Stuffed Biscuits and Gravy. YUM!
Terri Johnson
Mar 19,2025
So happy we discovered Sammy's! The French toast is every bit as good as advertised. Our waiter Rachel was attentive and friendly, and the menu will keep us busy trying new items, like the eggs benedictine another customer ordered. We plan to become 'regulars' at this awesome pancake house.
Jaime Guzman
Feb 24,2025
It was my first time eating breakfast at Sammy's Pancake House in Champaign. It was very busy at 9:30am on a Friday but the service was great and the waitress was very attentive. I had the Greek Skillet that was made with potatoes, onions, feta cheese, gyro meat, and scrambled eggs over the top along with pancakes. It was so good that I ate every bit of it and I was so stuffed that I skipped lunch. The menu at Sammy's is huge with a variety of delicious selections for every taste bud. This was the toughest part about eating at Sammy's since everything looked so good that it took me awhile to pick what I wanted. I can see why Sammy's was so busy that Friday morning. I definitely recommend it.
matthew jerkovic
Feb 8,2025
Last Sunday was my first time at Sammy's, and it will not me my last time going. The place was busy and the staff was awesome. I had the Gyro skillet. There is plenty of gyro meat and feta cheese.
R L
Jan 28,2025
Our waitress was very friendly and helpful; so was the guy who assigned us our table. Every dish my family and I ordered was delicious, truly!
Reviews For Sammy's Pancake House